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31 August 2026 marks the 20th anniversary of the late Ven. K. Sri Dhammananda's passing. Stay tuned for more updates on dedicated programmes for this occasion.
Join us at Nalanda’s annual ‘Sangha Day’ on Sunday, 22 November to honour the virtues and contributions of the Maha Sangha (monastic order) in preserving and propagating the Buddha’s teachings.
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On Sunday 1 November, Sis. Nandinī Tan, Director of Nalanda Centre, was invited to Sudhamma Centre to share with volunteers of Seremban Sudhamma Buddhist Society on “Rooted in Service, Growing Together”. The sharing explored how serving others brings joy and helps us grow in the Dhamma.
Read moreFrom 7 to 9 November, Nalanda youth leaders and core volunteers gathered at Wisdom Park for the annual Fuel-up Camp, themed “Together in Spirit, Together in Service”. Youth Mentors Sis. Nandini Tan and Bro. Lee Kong Foo guided participants to reflect on how the Dhamma can help them take ownership of Nalanda’s mission, make inner cultivation central to their activities, and remain steadfast when service becomes difficult.
Read moreOn Wednesday 4 November, Nalanda Centre was honoured to welcome Ven. Bhaddanta Gandhamālālankāra, the distinguished Myanmar Tipiṭaka Sayadaw, for an evening of Dhamma learning. He was accompanied by Ven. Tejinda, Ven. Nimmala and Ven. Dr. Dhammarati. Sis Nandini, Director of Nalanda Centre, together with other officers and members, warmly welcomed the venerables and brought them on a tour of the building.
Read moreWe warmly invite you and your family to join us in observing Sangha Day at Nalanda Centre on Sunday, 22 November. This special occasion is an opportunity to honour the virtues and invaluable contributions of the monastic community, and to express our gratitude to the Sangha for their dedication to practising, preserving and sharing the Buddha’s teachings.
Read more“Better left undone is the misdeed, one which later brings remorse.
Better done is the good deed, one which having done brings joy.”
– The Buddha –
“Avoid all unwholesome deeds; cultivate goodness; purify one’s own mind
– this is the teaching of all Buddhas.”
– The Buddha –
“Life should be great rather than long.”
– Dr. B. R. Ambedkar –
“One who is honest, sincere, steadfast, compliant,
and well-concentrated, makes progress in the Dhamma.”
– The Buddha –
“One of good will, ever mindful, inwardly well-concentrated,
training to remove longing, is said to be heedful.”
– The Buddha –